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1. A method of using a portable infusion pump system, the method comprising: detecting, by a controller device, a communication connection with an insulin pump device that houses a drive system configured to dispense insulin, wherein the controller device is programmed transmit control signals over the communication connection to the insulin pump, the control signals controlling operation of the insulin pump to dispense insulin; determining, by the controller device, that the insulin pump is in communication with the controller device over the communication connection; receiving, at the controller device, one or more parameter settings transmitted by the insulin pump over the communication connection; determining, by the controller device, whether to operate the insulin pump in a continuous monitoring mode of operation based on (i) the determination that the insulin pump is in communication with the controller device and (ii) the one or more parameter settings; and automatically switching, in response to determining that the insulin pump is to be operated in the continuous monitoring mode of operation, from a first insulin delivery operating mode that does not include operating in a continuous monitoring mode to a second insulin delivery operating mode that includes operating in a continuous monitoring mode.
A portable infusion pump system dispenses insulin under the control of a separate controller device. The controller detects a connection to the insulin pump, verifies communication, and receives parameter settings from the pump. Based on these settings, the controller determines if continuous glucose monitoring is needed. If so, the controller automatically switches from a standard insulin delivery mode to a mode that includes continuous monitoring. The controller then sends control signals to the insulin pump to adjust insulin delivery.
2. The method of claim 1 , wherein operating in the continuous monitoring mode comprises: continuously monitoring glucose levels for a user of the portable infusion pump system; and instructing, by the controller device, the insulin pump to dispense particular amounts of insulin determined based on the monitored glucose levels.
The portable infusion pump system, as described where the controller switches to a continuous monitoring mode, will actively monitor the user's glucose levels. Based on these glucose levels, the controller calculates and instructs the insulin pump to dispense specific insulin amounts. The continuous monitoring mode uses real-time glucose data to dynamically adjust insulin delivery for optimal blood sugar control.
3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the continuously monitoring glucose levels comprises: continuously receiving, at the controller device, information transmitted by a glucose sensor device that is configured to detect the user's glucose levels, wherein the information identifies the detected glucose levels for the user; and processing, by the controller device, the glucose levels for the user received from the glucose sensor device.
In the continuous monitoring mode of the portable infusion pump system, as described with glucose levels, the controller constantly receives glucose level data from a separate glucose sensor device. This glucose sensor wirelessly transmits detected glucose levels to the controller. The controller then processes the received glucose level information to be used for dynamically adjusting the insulin delivery.
4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the processing comprises displaying, by a display device that is part of the controller device, the glucose levels in a user interface.
In the continuous monitoring mode of the portable infusion pump system, where glucose levels are received and processed, the controller displays the user's glucose levels on its built-in display screen via a user interface. This visual representation allows the user to easily track their glucose levels in real-time, providing immediate feedback on the system's performance.
5. The method of claim 3 , wherein the information is transmitted wirelessly by the glucose sensor device and received by a wireless communication device that is part of the controller device.
The portable infusion pump system, using continuous monitoring, receives glucose level information wirelessly from a separate glucose sensor device. This wireless communication between the glucose sensor and the controller is facilitated by wireless communication devices in both components, allowing for remote monitoring without a wired connection.
6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the controller device is contained within a housing that is physically separate from the insulin pump device.
The portable infusion pump system has a controller device contained within a separate housing from the insulin pump itself. This physical separation allows the user to carry the controller independently. This separation also allows for easier replacement or upgrading of the controller without impacting the pump functionality.
7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the communication connection comprises an electrical connection between the controller device and the insulin pump device.
The portable infusion pump system uses an electrical connection for communication between the controller device and the insulin pump device. This electrical connection enables reliable data transfer and control signaling between the two devices.
8. A method of using a portable infusion pump system, the method comprising: detecting, by a controller device, a communication connection with an insulin pump device that houses a drive system configured to dispense insulin, wherein the controller device is programmed to transmit control signals over the communication connection to the insulin pump, the control signals controlling operation of the insulin pump to dispense insulin; determining, by the controller device, that the insulin pump is in communication with the controller device over the communication connection; receiving, at the controller device, one or more parameter settings transmitted by the insulin pump over the communication connection; determining, by the controller device, whether to enable wireless communication by the controller device based on (i) the determination that the insulin pump is in communication with the controller device and (ii) the one or more parameter settings; and automatically switching, in response to determining to enable wireless communication by the controller device, from a first insulin delivery operating mode in which wireless communication by the controller device is not enabled to a second insulin delivery operating mode in which wireless communication by the controller device is enabled.
A portable infusion pump system uses a separate controller device to manage insulin delivery. The controller detects a connection to the insulin pump and verifies communication and receives parameter settings from the pump. Based on these settings, the controller determines whether to enable wireless communication on the controller. If wireless communication should be enabled, the controller switches from a standard insulin delivery mode (without wireless communication) to a mode that enables wireless communication.
9. The method of claim 8 , wherein the wireless communication is between, at least, a glucose sensor device and the controller device.
The portable infusion pump system, as described where the controller enables wireless communication, uses wireless communication between the controller and a separate glucose sensor device. This allows the controller to receive glucose level readings wirelessly, facilitating continuous glucose monitoring.
10. The method of claim 8 , wherein the wireless communication is between, at least, a blood glucose meter and the controller device.
The portable infusion pump system, as described where the controller enables wireless communication, uses wireless communication between the controller and a separate blood glucose meter. This enables the controller to receive blood glucose measurements wirelessly from the meter.
11. The method of claim 8 , further comprising: outputting, by the controller device, information indicating that wireless communication by the controller device has been enabled.
The portable infusion pump system, as described where the controller enables wireless communication, provides visual or audible feedback to the user indicating that wireless communication has been successfully enabled. This confirmation ensures the user is aware of the system's operating state.
12. A portable infusion pump system comprising: an insulin pump device comprising (i) a fluid cartridge containing insulin, (ii) a drive system configured to dispense the insulin, (iii) circuitry configured to store one or more parameter settings for the insulin pump device, and (iv) a communication interface configured to (a) transmit the one or more parameter settings for the insulin pump device and (b) receive control signals; and a controller device comprising (i) a communication interface configured to (a) detect a communication connection with the insulin pump device, (b) receive information transmitted by the insulin pump device, including the one or more parameter settings, and (c) transmit the control signals over the communication connection to the insulin pump to control dispensation of insulin by the insulin pump, and (ii) control circuitry that is programmed to: determine that the insulin pump is in communication with the controller device over the communication connection, determine whether to operate the insulin pump in a continuous monitoring mode of operation based on (a) the determination that the insulin pump is in communication with the controller device and (b) the one or more parameter settings, and automatically switch, in response to determining that the insulin pump is to be operated in the continuous monitoring mode of operation, from a first insulin delivery operating mode that does not include operating in a continuous monitoring mode to a second insulin delivery operating mode that includes operating in a continuous monitoring mode.
A portable infusion pump system includes an insulin pump and a separate controller. The insulin pump contains a cartridge, a drive system, parameter settings, and a communication interface. The controller has a communication interface to connect to the pump and control circuitry. The controller detects the pump connection, receives parameter settings, and decides whether to operate in a continuous monitoring mode based on the pump's settings. If continuous monitoring is enabled, the system switches to a delivery mode that utilizes continuous monitoring for insulin delivery.
13. The system of claim 12 , wherein, under the continuous monitoring mode of operation, the control circuitry is further programmed to: continuously monitor glucose levels for a user of the portable infusion pump system; and direct the communication interface to transmit control signals to the insulin pump to dispense particular amounts of insulin determined based on the monitored glucose levels.
The portable infusion pump system, as described with an insulin pump and controller, where the controller determines whether to operate in a continuous monitoring mode, the control circuitry monitors the user’s glucose levels. Based on these levels, the controller sends control signals to the insulin pump, instructing it to dispense precise amounts of insulin. This closed-loop system automates insulin delivery based on real-time glucose readings.
14. The system of claim 13 , further comprising: a glucose sensor device configured to (i) detect the user's glucose levels and (ii) transmit information that identified the detected glucose levels; wherein, under the continuous monitoring mode of operation: the communication interface of the controller device is further configured to continuously receive the information transmitted by the glucose sensor device, and the control circuitry of the controller device is further programmed to process the glucose levels for the user received from the glucose sensor device.
The portable infusion pump system, as described where the system dispenses particular amounts of insulin based on monitored glucose levels, includes a separate glucose sensor device that detects and transmits the user's glucose levels. In continuous monitoring mode, the controller receives glucose information from the sensor. The controller processes this glucose data to adjust insulin delivery and manage the user's blood sugar.
15. The system of claim 13 , wherein: the controller device further comprises a display device, and the processing comprises displaying the glucose levels in a user interface on the display device.
In the continuous monitoring mode of the portable infusion pump system, as described where glucose levels are processed, the controller displays the received glucose levels on its built-in screen via a user interface. This display allows the user to see their real-time glucose levels.
16. A portable infusion pump system comprising: an insulin pump device comprising (i) a fluid cartridge containing insulin, (ii) a drive system configured to dispense the insulin, (iii) circuitry configured to store one or more parameter settings for the insulin pump device, and (iv) a communication interface configured to (a) transmit the one or more parameter settings for the insulin pump device and (b) receive control signals; and a controller device comprising (i) a communication interface configured to (a) detect a communication connection with the insulin pump device, (b) receive information transmitted by the insulin pump device, including the one or more parameter settings, and (c) transmit the control signals over the communication connection to the insulin pump to control dispensation of insulin by the insulin pump, and (ii) control circuitry that is programmed to: determine that the insulin pump is in communication with the controller device over the communication connection, determine whether to enable wireless communication by the controller device based on (a) the determination that the insulin pump is in communication with the controller device and (b) the one or more parameter settings, and automatically switch, in response to determining to enable wireless communication by the controller device, from a first insulin delivery operating mode in which wireless communication by the controller device is not enabled to a second insulin delivery operating mode in which wireless communication by the controller device is enabled.
A portable infusion pump system includes an insulin pump and a separate controller. The insulin pump has a cartridge, a drive system, parameter settings, and a communication interface. The controller has a communication interface and control circuitry. The controller detects the pump connection, receives settings, and decides whether to enable wireless communication based on these settings. If wireless communication should be enabled, the system switches to a delivery mode that enables wireless communication for other devices to communicate with the controller.
17. The system of claim 16 , further comprising: a glucose sensor device configured to (i) detect the user's glucose levels and (ii) transmit information that identified the detected glucose levels, wherein the glucose sensor device includes a wireless communication device configured to wirelessly transmit the information, wherein the wireless communication is between, at least, the wireless communication device of the glucose sensor device and the communication interface of the controller device.
The portable infusion pump system, as described with an insulin pump and controller, includes a separate glucose sensor that detects and transmits the user's glucose levels wirelessly. The glucose sensor communicates directly with the controller using wireless communication, allowing for remote glucose monitoring.
18. The system of claim 16 , further comprising: a blood glucose meter configured to (i) analyze blood test strips and (ii) transmit glucose information detected from the blood glucose strips, wherein the blood glucose meter includes a wireless communication device configured to wirelessly transmit the glucose information, wherein the wireless communication is between, at least, the wireless communication device of the blood glucose meter and the communication interface of the controller device.
The portable infusion pump system, as described with an insulin pump and controller, includes a separate blood glucose meter that analyzes blood test strips and transmits glucose information wirelessly. The blood glucose meter communicates wirelessly with the controller, sending glucose measurements for insulin delivery adjustments.
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October 31, 2017
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